A wide variety of topics/ subjects/ age groups can be catered for on a visit to the North Yorkshire Moors Railway. Visit the world’s first passenger railway tunnel at Grosmont and view how steam works in our engine sheds, take a walk along the historic Rail Trail (there is an illustrated booklet available from any of the Railway’s shops), or simply give the children an unforgettable experience of steam travel which can be followed up at school with creative writing or topic work.
Check out our new Learning programmes!
‘An Evacuation Experience‘ and ‘Representing Journeys through Art‘ are available for schools to book from the start of the next running season in March. Both sessions are designed to enhance teaching of the National Curriculum. Full teachers packs are provided, which contain planning for pre- and post-visit activities as well as resource sheets where appropriate. CONTACT Clare Avery (Education Officer) on 01751 473799 for further details.
What we can provide
At present, guided talks and our new led sessions can be booked through Customer Services. Advance notice is required and additional charges may be applicable. We have also provided a risk assessment and safety guidelines to help you plan your visit. A child’s version of the Railway’s history and copies of our newsletters are also available. See downloads below.
What’s coming up
Learning Programmes
The North Yorkshire Moors Railway is part of an exciting project funded through Renaissance in the Regions, to provide quality Learning Programmes for schools to access on a visit to the Railway. These will consist of sessions led by a member of NYMR staff, covering a choice of History, Science, Geography, Design & Technology, Art, Literacy and Numeracy topics all relating to the Railway and closely linked to the National Curriculum and QCA Units. Initially we have designed two led sessions with supporting materials suitable for Key Stage 2 children, called ‘An Evacuation Experience’ and ‘Representing Journeys through Art’. These Learning Programmes have recently been successfully piloted by local schools and are available for schools to book from early 2008. We will eventually be expanding this to encompass inspiring learning experiences for other age groups, including community and adult groups as well as young people.
Outreach
If you can’t get to us, we can come to you! (distance permitting – we will currently consider travel up to 90 minutes from the NYMR) We can offer an increasing range of illustrated talks about aspects of the railway that fit in with many topics, such as Evacuation, The Victorians, George Stephenson, Levers, Friction, How a steam locomotive works and Bridges. Please contact Clare Avery on 01751 473799 or email clare.avery@nymr.co.uk for details.
Who to contact
For booking and availability, contact Customer Services on 01751 472508
For a discussion about your specific educational requirements, contact the Education Officer, Clare Avery, on 01751 473799
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